Chapter 24 - A Fifth Birthday
A month later, the Malibu villa hosted a radiant fifth birthday party for little Maya.
The backyard was decorated with pink balloons, soft velvet ribbons, and a giant wooden playhouse built by Alexander.
Maya wore a beautiful white floral dress, her brown hair cascading in soft curls past her shoulders.
She blew out the five candles on her chocolate cake while Alexander and Elena stood beside her, smiling brightly.
"Look, Daddy! I'm five now!" Maya giggled happily, holding up five small fingers.
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Alexander scooped her into his arms, kissing her cheek with profound warmth and gratitude.
"You're my greatest blessing, Maya," Alexander said softly, holding his family close.
